What's in a Name

What's in a Name

Written and Illustrated by Mary Thrasher

Have you ever wondered why lions are called lion?  Could it be they get their name from their daily habit of "lying" around?

Giraffes are beaultiful creatures.  In their natural habit, you can see why they are able to survive.

How did giraffes get their names?

An elephant is an interesting animal.  They protect each other from danger.  When an elephant is born, all the elephants will circle around the mother as she is giving birth.  If danger approaches, they will tighten the circle and stomp their feet creating a dust storm.